1980 Mercury Cougar vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1980 Mercury Cougar. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 65 kg more than 1980 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Mercury Cougar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Mercury Cougar (218 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Mercury Cougar | 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
Model | Cougar | Lancer |
Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3271 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |